Install Guide

Management ports

Besides the 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 ports, the VEP4600 provides several ports for management and storage.

NOTE: The output examples in this section are for reference only. Your output may vary.

Topics:

• RS-232 console port access

• MicroUSB-B console port access

RS-232 console port access

The RS-232 console port is on the I/O-side of the VEP4600.

Figure 32. VEP4600 RS-232 console and management ports

1.) RS-232: processor console port (left); BMC console port (right)

CAUTION: Ensure that any equipment attached to the serial port can support the required 115200 baud rate.

NOTE: Before starting this procedure, ensure that your PC has a 9-pin serial port and that you have installed a terminal

emulation program on the PC.

NOTE: If your PC’s serial port cannot accept a female DB-9 connector, use a DB-9 male-to-male adaptor.

1. Install the provided RJ-45 connector-side of the provided cable into the platform console port.

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